Best 3 Roasted Sweet Potatoes Onions Recipes

**Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Onions: A Delightful Side Dish**

Roasted sweet potatoes and onions are a delectable side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the savory flavor of onions. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts. The roasting process caramelizes the sugars in the sweet potatoes and onions, creating a tender and slightly crispy exterior with a soft and fluffy interior. This recipe provides two variations: a classic roasted sweet potatoes and onions dish and a more flavorful version with a honey-balsamic glaze. Both variations are easy to make and deliver a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES & ONIONS

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This delicious side dish is packed with nutrition. Sweet potatoes, onions and almonds are powerhouses of antioxidants and other nutrients -- in fact, almonds are among the most nutrient-dense foods, containing high concentrations of vitamins and minerals per calorie. Plus, olive oil and almonds contain monounsaturated fat -- the good type.

Provided by Jean Carper

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch chunks
2 medium Vidalia or other sweet onions, cut in 1-inch chunks
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup amaretto liqueur
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
Toss first 6 ingredients in a shallow medium-sized baking dish.
Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 20 minutes more. Sprinkle with almonds

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 14.6 mg, Sugar 20 g

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND ONIONS

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Bring out the natural fabulous flavor of sweet potatoes by tossing them with brown sugar and crunchy pecans.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium onions, cut into eighths
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 teaspoon dried sage leaves

Steps:

Heat oven to 450°. Place sweet potatoes and onions in roasting pan or rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Drizzle with butter; toss to coat.
Bake uncovered 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once, until almost tender. Stir in brown sugar, pecans and sage. Bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until coated and tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 30 mg

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND ONIONS WITH ROSEMARY AND PARMESAN

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Categories Cheese Herb Onion Side Roast Thanksgiving Parmesan Sweet Potato/Yam Fall Clove Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 3/4 pounds tan-skinned sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes
8 tablespoons canola oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds red onions (about 3 medium), halved lengthwise, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

Steps:

Set 1 rack in center and 1 rack at lowest position in oven and preheat to 375°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with foil. Place sweet potatoes on 1 sheet; drizzle with 6 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat, then spread in single layer. Place onions on second baking sheet; drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Toss to coat, then spread in single layer.
Place sheet with potatoes on center rack and sheet with onions on lower rack in oven. Roast until potatoes are tender and onions are tender and brown around edges, stirring every 10 minutes, about 30 minutes total for potatoes and 35 minutes total for onions. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature loosely covered with foil. Rewarm uncovered in 375°F oven about 10 minutes.)
Combine sweet potatoes and onions in shallow bowl. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and rosemary and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper; serve.

Tips:

Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes.
Scrub the sweet potatoes well before roasting to remove any dirt or debris.
Use a sharp knife to cut the sweet potatoes into even-sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
Toss the sweet potatoes and onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting to coat them evenly.
Roast the sweet potatoes and onions at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 30 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Serve the roasted sweet potatoes and onions immediately as a side dish or as a main course with a protein of your choice.

Conclusion:

Roasted sweet potatoes and onions are a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. They are easy to make and can be roasted in the oven or on the grill. The sweet potatoes are naturally sweet and the onions add a savory flavor. This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals. It is also a good source of fiber, which can help you feel full and satisfied.